In World War II Washington DC, Jamie Rowan, enters a loveless marriage with scientist Pat Jamieson and becomes his assistant. Struggles bring them closer together.
Bhanwar, a simple man, is burdened by the overpowering shadow of his dominant uncle Bhairo who makes decisions on Bhanwar's behalf. To improve their living conditions, his uncle coaxes him to buy a bride
woman traveling to Italy for her sister's wedding has a layover in France, where a chance encounter with a French woman sparks an instant, life-altering connection.